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	Title sponsor of the festival The Co-operative Bank plc Co-operative Financial Services Limited (CFS) is the financial services group which includes the CIS marketing group, The Co-operative Bank plc* and its internet bank smile. Together we have some 5.8 million customers. The Co-operative Bank offers a wide range of banking products. If you would like more information on Co-operative Bank products, our closest branches to Henley-on-Thames are: The Co-operative Bank 34 St Mary’s Butts Reading 01189 505688 The Co-operative Bank 13 New Road Oxford 01865 244010 or visit our website: www.co-operativebank.co.uk The Co-operative Bank is the only UK high street bank with a clear Ethical Policy that is based on the views of its customers, a first for a bank when it was introduced in 1992. It enables our customers to have a say in how their money is invested and reflects their concerns through the creation of a set of standards, that are regularly reviewed, and govern the types of businesses the Bank will and will not offer services to. It covers a wide range of issues from human rights and the arms trade through to environmental sustainability. Today, 15 years on, we’re still the only UK high street bank to offer customers a say in how their money is used and actively encourage their impact into the ongoing development of our Ethical Policy. We are delighted to be sponsor of the Co-operative Bank Henley Literary Festival and look forward to working with the team in Henley to develop a programme of promotional activity linked to the Festival over the coming weeks. * Co-operative Insurance Society Limited (registered number 3615R), registered office Miller Street, Manchester M60 0AL, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (No. 122246). The Co-operative Bank (registered number 990937), registered office PO Box 101, 1 Balloon Street, Manchester M60 4EP, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (No. 121885), subscribes to the Banking Code, is a member of the Financial Ombudsman Service and is licensed by the Office of Fair Trading (No. 006110). Other proud festival sponsors www.telegraph.co.uk www.henleystandard.co.uk The Bell Bookshop Henley's Independent Bookseller 52 Bell Street, Henley-on-Thames, RG9 2BL Tel: 01491 572583 The Bell Bookshop is a thriving, independent bookshop in the centre of Henley, established over 40 years ago. We have a large and eclectic range of stock which is personally chosen by us and not dictated by a faceless 'head office'. While embracing new technologies, the shop has changed little over the years and is a welcome refuge for bibliophiles. As well as serving several generations of Henley folk, we are fortunate to count many local authors and celebrities among our customers. Needless to say, all our staff are genuine book lovers and read widely. The Bell Bookshop is proud to sponsor the first Henley Literary Festival. Thought by Design \| www.thoughtbydesign.co.uk \| 01491 411 766 Thought by Design is a highly creative design agency with over 15 years experience across a diverse range of design and marketing disciplines for companies of all sizes. The agency’s work ranges from corporate identity and branding to websites, brochure design and ad campaigns across a number of industry sectors. Thought by Design has worked with The Co-operative Bank Henley Literary Festival since the beginning and created the website, logo and branding. For more information visit www.thoughtbydesign.co.uk or call 01491 411 766. Hobbs of Henley \| www.hobbs-of-henley.com \| 01491 572035 Hobbs of Henley was established in 1870 and remains today a name synonymous with bespoke river and boating service. They offer a fleet of vessels available for hire that can cater for any event or occasion. Jonathan Hobbs is the fifth generation of the family-run company. Tel: 01491 572035 www.hobbsofhenley.com www.hotelduvin.com Hotel du Vin & Bistro strives to be elegant but relaxed, classic yet quirky. The classic Georgian façade of the old Brakspears Brewery on New Street, only 50 yards from the riverside moorings, is home to Hotel du Vin & Bistro in Henley-on-Thames. Every inch of the superb brewery architecture has been converted, whilst the nature of the original building has been preserved. Tel: 01491 848400 www.hotelduvin.com The Best of Henley \| www.thebestof.co.uk \| 01491 577 027 The Best of Henley goes out of its way to find the hidden gems of Henley and the surrounding area. Businesses that are members of The Best of Henley-on-Thames are often highly recommended by local people. Tel: 01491 577 027 www.thebestof.co.uk SJD Events Ltd The expert event and wedding planners for Henley-on-Thames and surrounding areas, SJD Events Ltd take the stress out of organising any event. Using an experienced event planner means you can enjoy the occasion from beginning to end and relax in the knowledge that you’re in capable hands with a first class eventplanning service, individually tailored to suit your needs and budget. Tel: 07770 406879 www.sjdevents.com The Regal Cinema Henley’s old Regal Cinema closed down in 1986 and remained empty until its demolition in 1993. When Waitrose arrived on the site of the old building, they provided a new cinema, which opened in February 1997. In December 2005 the Regal joined the Picturehouse group of cinemas. The Regal houses three screens and has its own cinema membership scheme, boasting over 5,000 local film lovers. Tel: 0871 704 2064 www.picturehouses.co.uk Hot Gossip Coffeehouse Hot Gossip is owned by Henley town councillor Lorraine Hillier and was opened last year on Friday Street. It quickly became the meeting place for local people and particularly for those interested in the arts and creative industries. For the three days of The Co-operative Bank Henley Literary Festival, Hot Gossip will run the Festival cafe in the King’s Barn (Margaret Day Room) providing refreshments including their delicious home-made cakes. Lovibonds Brewery Lovibonds Brewery began in 2005 with a dedication to producing hand-crafted ales and lagers using only premium ingredients. They take particular pride in continuing the craft brewing tradition that their home town of Henley-on-Thames and the surrounding Chilterns have enjoyed for centuries. Tel: 01491 576 596 www.lovibonds.com Higgs Group publishers of The Henley Standard** Higgs Group has been serving the community of Henley and South-Oxfordshire for over 100 years. The main business activities of the company are printing, publishing and office supplies. Tel: 01491 579099 www.higgsgroup.co.uk			Want to become a Sponsor or Friend of the Festival? Contact us by email to find out more: info@henleylitfestival.co.uk

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